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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK INC

Residential Support Specialist

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$42,643 / year median in Massachusetts

+13% projected growth

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Residential Support Specialist
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK INC
  • 3.
2 Southwick, MA Job Details $21 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Opportunities for advancement Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver's License Full Job Description Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is the largest provider of behavioral health services in Western Massachusetts and is proud to be recognized as a Certified Great Place to Work and one of The Boston Globe's Top 10 Employers in Massachusetts . Since 1938, we've been providing high-quality, affordable, and culturally responsive behavioral health care to children, adults, families, and communities. What We Offer Purpose-Driven Work
  • Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout Western Massachusetts. Professional Growth
  • Access ongoing training, mentorship, career development, and advancement opportunities across one of the region's largest behavioral health organizations. Supportive Team Culture
  • Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork. Stability & Opportunity
  • Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938. Comprehensive Benefits
  • Generous
PTO, 403
(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more. Certified Great Place to Work
  • Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.
  • We have 2 positions currently open, one is an 8 am
  • 4 pm shift in Westfield while the other is 8 am
  • 4 pm shift in Southwick
  • Pay for this role is $21 per hour What You'll Do As a Residential Support Specialist in BHN's ACCS (Adult Community Clinical Services) you will provide direct services to individuals served in a 24/7 program that helps individuals meet their goals and reduce hospitalizations.
ACCS provides clinical and rehabilitative interventions to aid in client's mental illness recovery. In this role, you will: Monitor individuals' health and well-being, assisting with daily living skills and encouraging independence Provide medication support and document services provided Initiate and support quality of life through empowerment, respect, and dignity Deliver crisis intervention and emergency support as needed Plan and facilitate opportunities for community activities and social engagement Help individuals build and maintain social support networks and relationships Maintain updated credentials through trainings, meetings, and certifications Who You Are High school diploma or G.E.D. (required) Bilingual in Spanish (preferred) At least three months of experience in human services (preferred) Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle available for working hours (required) Commitment to empowerment, growth, human rights, and community integration Training provided by BHN
  • no prior certifications required We Hire for HEART!
Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care, building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core values—Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork—guide how we lead, serve, and support one another. If you're ready to bring your skills and experience to a mission-driven organization where your work can make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today at www.bhnworks.org (http://www.bhnworks.org/) or email your resume directly to Chris Clinton at . Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.